Reindeer Games at Headquarters Beercade Nashville

From Nashville’s self-proclaimed favorite arcade bar to Reindeer Games, Headquarters Beercade is not going for subtlety. Reindeer Games, which even has its own URL (reindeergamesbar.com), is a holiday pop-up bar with more decorations than the Griswolds, free pinball, a giant teddy bear that hugs you, and an even more giant four-person snow globe installation. And, of course, a whole holiday-themed cocktails and bites menu, with items like Santa’s Sliders, a turkey-cranberry-cream cheese concoction that I want RIGHT NOW. One thing is certain: Neither Grinch nor Scrooge are welcome here.

Walden’s Winter Wonderland at Walden

Walden already has that over-the-top floral mural on the side of the building, and now through the end of December they’ve gone OTT indoors with Walden's Winter Waldenland. Their Christmas pop-up is replete with dancing Santas and a fireplace lounge. You can order a Snowflake Martini if eggnog isn’t your cup of … nog. And you can watch for holiday events all month, like a daily Advent calendar giveaway, a pet supply drive and more.

Miracle at Hidden Bar at Noelle Nashville

This classic speakeasy transforms itself into Miracle at Hidden Bar this December, thanks to its partnership with the infamous Christmas pop-up bar, Miracle in NYC. You can spark up your spirit with Baby It’s Cold Outside, a Kerrygold Irish Cream and cardamom-scented hot white cocoa with hot dark chocolate glacage and freshly grated candy cane. With kitschy holiday décor, themed cocktails and free admission from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. nightly, there’s just no excuse not to dredge up some Christmas cheer. Also, there may or may not be a polar bear involved. (Hint: There is.)